The focus of the Maldives’ appeal is shifting away from the pristine beaches and turquoise waters to what’s beneath the marine depths. The waters around the Maldives islands have become one of the world’s most respected diving-sites due to the many aquatic wonders contained within, ranging from stunning coral formations to increasingly rare species of marine life. So much so that holidays to Maldives are increasingly becoming more focused on diving as opposed to sun-bathing and beach-dwelling. Websites like Vacation Maldives is an option you can consider when searching for accommodation or other things related to the island.
The average diving holiday that Maldives has to offer operates out of liveaboards where divers let the current take them on an incredible journey of underwater discovery. There are however many select places with particularly notable sub-marine treasures to be glimpsed.
If you’re looking to encounter magnificent fish species as opposed to spectacular reef formations, then the Ari Atoll is the place for you. Although creatures such as Whale-Sharks and Manta-Rays are glimpsed all over the Maldives, Ari Atoll offers the most consistent sightings. If you visit this place, you’re almost guaranteed to see the prior mentioned creatures along with specimens such as Napoleon Wrasse and large schools of Black-Tail Barracuda.
For a scenic diving experience like no other, there’s Vaavu Atoll, which has very often been cited as the best diving locale in all of the Maldives. This atoll features the legendary Fotteyo Kandu dive-site, a place containing a vast network of underwater caves and overhangs. In addition to these sights, you will also easily find many sharks along with species such as Unicornfish, Triggerfish, and various kinds of Rays.
There are also many areas for you to explore, such as the North Male Atoll which contains some of the oldest and most renowned dive-sites in all Maldives. So, if you’re embarking on a dive-centric holiday to the Maldives, make sure to do a bit of extra research to pinpoint the most appropriate dive-site suited to your needs. Many underwater wonders await to be explored by you.
Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life. Google+